Disorders Caused by Extreme Heat

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Heat Disorders

Heat Cramps: Symptoms: Painful spasms usually in leg and abdominal muscles. Heavy sweating.

Heat Exhaustion: Symptoms: Heavy sweating, weakness, skin cold, pale and clammy. Weak pulse. Normal temperature possible. Fainting, vomiting.

Heat Stroke (Sun Stroke): Symptoms: High body temperature (106+). Hot, dry skin. Rapid, strong pulse. Possible unconsciousness. Victim will likely not sweat.

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